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Pellucidar explained

David Innes and Abner Perry return to Pellucidar in the Iron Mole, reunite with Perry, and begin their journey across the Mountains of the Clouds.

What happens

David Innes and Abner Perry return to Pellucidar in the Iron Mole, reunite with Perry, and begin their journey across the Mountains of the Clouds. They encounter various tribes, rescue Dian from an arena, and are freed by the Mahars. Later, they are captured by the Brute-Folk, rescue Raja the Jalok, and raid a cave prison.

Themes in this chapter

  • Exploration and Discovery

    David and Perry explore the unknown interior of Pellucidar, crossing mountains and encountering new species.

  • Survival and Resilience

    The characters endure capture, battles, and harsh conditions, demonstrating resilience.

Characters to notice

  • David Innes

    Protagonist and narrator; returns to Pellucidar and leads the rescue of Dian and Raja.

  • Abner Perry

    Reunites with David in Pellucidar; assists in the journey and raids.

  • Dian the Beautiful

    Rescued from an arena by David.

  • Raja

    A Jalok rescued by David from the Brute-Folk.

  • Gr-gr-gr

    Leader of the Brute-Folk; captures David and his party.

Key passages

  • Pellucidar

    The chapter is titled after the inner world where the story takes place.

    The title sets the stage for the entire adventure.

Pellucidar — Pellucidar Explained